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vicotolentino

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A patient using loteprednol should be informed that:
 
  1. the drug may cause tachycardia and hypertension.
  2. hypotension is likely.
  3. the drug will likely be required for life.
  4. long-term use is associated with an increased risk of infection.

Question 2

A patient with open-angle glaucoma begins a beta-blocker topical ophthalmic solution. After the first instillation, the patient telephones a nurse and complains of stinging. Select the nurse's best response.
 
  1. You must be allergic to this drug and should stop using it immediately.
  2. This is a normal effect and is generally transient.
  3. Wash your eyes out with sterile water and come in as soon as possible.
  4. Stinging or burning means the dosage is too high. You need a different prescription.



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Qarqy

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2




vicotolentino

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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